Setro Pine Forest in Jepara Regency, Central Java Province


Visiting Jepara Regency should be both fun and memorable. The most important consideration is definitely the destination. Here is the reference. Tourists must visit Batealit Village where Setro Pine Forest resides. As the name suggests, tourists may see tons of pine trees once they arrive at the location. The nuance is good enough to spend a peaceful vacation with families and conducting several fun activities including photography, exploration, and sightseeing. The site is suitable for those who love an adventure in nature! In fact, for some people, the forest has become the site to take their pre-wedding photos!

The Nuance
The most common feature that tourists may find in Setro Pine Forest is definitely the pine trees. Even though those trees have a tall size, their width is not as big as other pine trees in Jepara Regency though. In terms of nuance, it feels peaceful as the site is considered secluded. Have no worries. There is the footpath where tourists can use to explore the forest. That means they don’t need to pass through bushes at all. In the south part of the forest, tourists may find a valley that faces directly to mountains! In that spot, the panorama looks the best!

Exploring Setro Pine Forest
The best spot to enjoy sightseeing and photography is definitely in the south part of the forest. As mentioned before, a valley resides in that spot. Once tourists reach the location, they may see the breathtaking mountain views and forest ahead. No wonder, everyone would get amazing photos there. One thing, it takes some time and stamina to get there. Before trekking, therefore, tourists should prepare bottled water and snacks. Wearing comfy footwear is also quite helpful.

It is true most tourists come to Setro Pine Forest for exploration, photography, and sightseeing. However, some people take advantage of the site to relax and get away from their daily routines. They want to eradicate stresses and enjoy the peaceful nuance, after all. In order to get the best comfort, in this case, they should come either in the morning or afternoon. Not only the ambiance feels more soothing, but the forest looks more astonishing at those times!

What is more? During exploration, tourists may find a stunning layered waterfall called Grenjengan Setro. The location is in the north part of the forest, actually. Do not forget to take a bath in the natural pond under the waterfall due to the rejuvenating water! Later, before going home, they must drop by at a local “warung” or traditional food vendor located near to the forest. For the information, it is managed by villagers.

Nearby Attractions

  • Cabe Waterfall
  • Setatah Waterfall
  • Kedung Bobot Waterfall

How to Get There
The distance between Semarang City and Jepara Regency is 78.1km, as the distance is 2 hours and 6 minutes. This can be done faster if tourists take Kudus – Semarang Street, actually. Later, once they arrive at Jepara, their next destination is Batealit Village. This time, the trip may take around 1 hour and 47 minutes, as the distance is 72.4 km. For first-timers, hiring a tour guide is a good idea, so they can get to the location and explore the forest in a more efficient manner.

Where to Stay

  • Long Garden Guesthouse


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